PHOENIX — Those traveling around downtown Tempe this weekend should be aware that a number of travel restrictions will be in place due to a series of running events and street festivals.
two rock and roll arizona Races are scheduled for Saturday morning, with two more races scheduled for Sunday.first 2nd Sunday of the Mill The 2024 Outdoor Market will also be held this weekend.
Saturday's 5k run begins at 8 a.m. at Tempe Beach Park, followed by the Kids Rock mile and half-mile runs at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday's two races, the half marathon and 10K, are scheduled to start at 7:15 a.m. at Mill Avenue and Third Street.
To accommodate runners and related festivals, long list of road closures It will be held on Saturday and Sunday. Some Valley Metro buses and trains Routes may also be affected throughout the weekend.
Why is the running series called Rock and Roll Arizona?
As the name suggests, the characteristics of Rock and Roll Arizona band playing live During a race at various points on a 5K, 10K, or half marathon course.
There will also be musical performances and DJs at Tempe Beach Park starting at 7:15 a.m. Sunday morning.
The half marathon course runs through Papago Park in east Phoenix and up Scottsdale Road to Old Town Scottsdale, resulting in traffic restrictions in those cities.
When does Tempe's next Second Sunday On Mill Outdoor Market start?
Once the running activities conclude, Tempe's Second Sunday on the Mill event will be held from noon to 5 p.m.
Mill Avenue will be closed to vehicles between University Drive and Rio Salado Parkway, as well as the intersection of Fifth, Sixth and Seventh avenues, from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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